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What is Big Data Analytics?

Big Data is a huge volume of data from multiple devices, which can be grouped, examined, and evaluated to obtain information to improve the efficiency of business operations.

Different Types of Big Data

Within the vast field of Big Data, we can find five values that demonstrate the versatility of the data used and the difficulty of processing and transforming it into relevant information for a company’s decision-making.

Volume
This data comes from the different devices linked to the logistics plant, and the data is generated automatically, which means analyzing a very large volume.

Variety
Currently, there are a wide variety of technological devices that are used, either wholly or partially, in the work environment, so their origins are very diverse. Social media, smartphones, bank transactions, etc.

Accuracy
With a large amount of data from different sources, a significant percentage of it arrives incomplete or incorrect, so its accuracy must be reviewed.

Speed
It must be taken into account that, with today’s high level of technology and the large number of devices, data is generated at an unimaginable speed, so its relevance tends to be perishable, with the rapid emergence of new data.

Value
Once the data has been collected and converted into information, it has significant value for companies that leverage it to improve their business strategy and stand out from the competition.

Where can we get the information from?

GPS

With geolocation, we can have a tracking history of the internal fleet (AGV/AMR, forklifts, etc.) and external fleet (trucks, containers, etc.), and with the extracted data, we can understand its efficiency and potential improved procedural routes.

RFID

With sensors, we can obtain data on the various processes and operations performed by different industrial equipment and even know how long a package has been in the logistics plant, allowing us to establish more efficient routes.

CMMS

With the various information entered into the software, data can be extracted and analyzed to prevent breakdowns and schedule preventive maintenance actions.

WMS

It is used to control warehouse management, and thanks to this software, we have data that helps us understand the stock in the warehouse, as well as its location, records of incoming and outgoing goods, etc.

CRM

With the data extracted from the CRM, we can gather customer information and predict demand, as well as understand their needs and improve products or services to increase sales.

With Big Data analytics, companies can improve their business strategies with better process management and efficiency.

MIM GROUP RETURNS TO LOGISTICS&AUTOMATION 2022

Once again, MIM Group will be participating in the Logistics&Automation 2023 trade fair. The event will take place on November 29th and 30th in Hall 7 of IFEMA in Madrid.

The Logistics&Automations trade fair is one of the largest meeting points for logistics professionals in Spain, encompassing four sectors: Warehousing and Equipment, Intralogistics and Supply Chain, Robotics and Automation, and Traceability and Services.

MIM Group will have a demo space where we will showcase some of our projects for intralogistics and e-commerce automation. Later, we will update you with information and news about this year’s MIM Group at this important trade fair.

If you are interested in visiting us, you can register for free using the button below.

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Artificial Intelligence in Industry and Logistics

Introduction

Artificial Intelligence (AI) has been one of the key driving technologies of Industry 4.0, which has brought about a major change in the way industry operates, achieving greater human-machine interaction. Several studies have stated that more than 80% of companies have already begun to investigate the use of AI in their businesses, and although we may not be fully aware of it, AI has been in our daily lives for much longer than we think. We are beginning to see it commonly in facial detection on smartphones and virtual voice assistants like Siri or Alexa. But what exactly is Artificial Intelligence and how is it used in industry?

What is artificial intelligence?

It is the combination of algorithms that create technological systems capable of perceiving, understanding, and acting similarly to human abilities. With the help of Big Data, AI processes large amounts of data and learns from it, allowing for more precise and complex decision-making. Consequently, solutions and improvements are achieved in the different sectors where AI is used.

What applications does AI currently have in industry?

When designing, generative design uses this technology to automatically generate designs based on specific characteristics that optimize the design. It also takes into account factors such as materials, manufacturing processes, and costs, which are fundamental in the design phase.

Furthermore, failure patterns in industrial equipment are analyzed to predict when maintenance will be necessary to avoid unwanted downtime that could cause financial problems for the company. Machine learning algorithms are also used to analyze different manufacturing processes to identify potential production problems and thus comprehensively control and monitor the entire plant.

Until now, one of the challenges companies faced was identifying relevant and useful data. AI significantly accelerates this process, as it is capable of processing large amounts of data and finding beneficial solutions to improve business. With the data that AI can analyze, it is possible to predict product demand and also solve production problems, such as bottlenecks, thereby optimizing the supply chain.

Advantages of using AI in logistics centers

It automates routine processes and tasks so employees can dedicate their knowledge to more valuable tasks.
It reduces costs thanks to the greater operational efficiency generated by the introduction of AI in various operations.
It drives technological advancement and opens up new opportunities for business development.
It can optimize energy consumption and identify more environmentally friendly materials and practices.
Its impact on today’s industry

The implementation of AI in factories, warehouses, and logistics plants has revolutionized the way we work in industry and has undoubtedly generated a series of advantages for companies and customers.

Just-in-time: This logistics method has led to the optimization of production based on demand. AI enables production to adapt to the order, and with the help of algorithms, delivery times are shortened.

Consumption Transformation: Purchasing habits often fluctuate over time, and data analysis helps us understand consumer preferences and changes in demand.

Changes in the Labor Market: With the emergence of Artificial Intelligence, new specialized jobs in these technologies have emerged. Although their development is progressing rapidly, all their potential uses in the industry are still unknown.

Integration with a CMMS system in a factory

A CMMS is a computerized maintenance management system that typically schedules preventive, corrective, and predictive maintenance tasks. To perform equipment maintenance, asset data is collected in the form of a digital twin. Work orders are recorded in the program, in addition to information for machine and equipment maintenance. IoT devices send the data to the CMMS system for analysis and processing; these are connected to the factory, warehouse, or logistics plant network.

What is a CMMS in Logistics?

A CMMS allows for optimal control over the management of asset maintenance activities across all facilities. Among other things, it allows us to easily create KPIs, reports, and dashboards that highlight deficiencies, areas for improvement, and maintenance expenditures at our facility. For a CMMS system to be truly efficient, it must allow for planning, assigning, executing, reporting, and monitoring all work orders from a single interface.

Components of a CMMS:

Computerized (database)
Maintenance (recording work orders or repair requests)
Administration (asset status overview, e.g., engine and turbine performance)
System/Software (set of features that a CMMS has)
For example, one of the modules of a CMMS is the Maintenance module. It is responsible for generating work orders, which collect the following information: time used, cause of maintenance, sensor counters, maintenance personnel involved, tool spare parts, and finally, a description of the work performed. All this information is found in the reports generated by the CMMS.

Advantages of a CMMS

It is key to improving productivity, as it increases equipment availability and increases operator efficiency.
It helps drastically reduce breakdown costs (preventive maintenance) and also contributes to reducing defective products and eliminating unnecessary stock purchases.

Its Stock Management application also helps keep track of the spare parts needed to maintain the assets in a warehouse or work center.

MIM Report at Logistics & Automation Madrid 2023

MIM concludes the 2024 trade show season with the most important trade show in Spain, Logistics & Automation Madrid, held on November 29 and 30 at IFEMA. This trade show is the leading meeting point for the logistics sector in the Iberian Peninsula, where companies can find solutions for storage, automation, robotics, software, and any other proposal for intralogistics improvement. This year’s edition drew 10,644 visitors, a 6% increase compared to the previous edition.

This year, MIM’s exhibition featured a 24 m² stand with a giant LED screen showcasing the various services and solutions that MIM can provide to companies, from the design and creation of a sorter to its maintenance and cleaning. As a new feature, our stand also featured a 5-meter-long telescopic conveyor with a maximum extension of 11 meters, which was well received by fair visitors. Also, Easyfairs (the fair organizers) selected us to participate in the Live Tours, which are visits to stands that feature a notable new product or innovation for the logistics sector. MIM was selected to participate in the Live Tour “Automation and Robotics for Packaging and Logistics,” where we presented SIGMIMONE, a Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) management tool for controlling an automated logistics warehouse.

Attendance and interest at the group’s stand were notable, both among customers already familiar with the technology and among new ones interested in optimizing their industrial maintenance and automating logistics processes.

Collaboration with COSMOS-OMNI

On November 14th, MIM Group signed a new strategic alliance with the Portuguese company Cosmos-Omni, a technology and omnichannel services consultancy specializing in fashion, accessories, and cosmetics retail. Fran Cano, Santiago García, and Xan Salgado from Cosmos-Omni met at the signing, along with Medir Lecha and Alex Solà representing MIM Group. Both companies have decided to collaborate with each other for technological development and to acquire new business opportunities in engineering and automation to grow in the Spanish, French, and Portuguese markets.

Cosmos-Omni and MIM Group are joining forces with the aim of creating synergies and providing added value to current customers and new business opportunities that arise.

Christmas is almost here, and with it, a new team building experience!

This November, the HR department organized a second team building activity: cooking a Christmas lunch menu.

Currently, we have more than 300 employees at MIM, and we aim to grow as a company and as a team. We are committed to teamwork, as this ensures that work is done well. We also value the human value that underpins MIM’s work outside of the workplace, creating new synergies among all of us.

For this team building, we decided to hold a cooking workshop specializing in Christmas food. The goal was for all participants to help each other prepare four dishes, including a sweet Christmas dessert. The positive thing we learned from this team building was the teamwork we put into preparing succulent dishes, and everyone pulling together to achieve a common goal.

Next year, we will continue holding team building events, as the ones held so far have been very successful among participants.

Next Wednesday, December 20th, MIM Group will hold its third annual Charity Gala. This year, the money raised will go directly to cancer research.

We want to pay tribute to all MIM employees and their families who have suffered from this disease.

The event will take place at Nova Jazz Cava in Terrassa and will begin at 7:00 PM with a short introductory talk to raise cancer awareness. The highly anticipated jazz and opera fusion concert will then begin, featuring Susana Sheiman and Pablo López. Also, as is MIM Group tradition, the highly anticipated 2023 Christmas video will be presented midway through the Gala, which is directly linked to the Gala’s theme. The event will conclude with cava and a photocall to capture the wonderful evening.

If you want to attend this charity event, you can request a ticket reservation, you can write an email to:                                       comercial@groupmim.eu

In 2024, MIM will continue to exhibit at various trade shows in the intralogistics, industrial maintenance, and packaging sectors. Below are the trade shows where you can find us in 2024.

LOGISTICS&AUTOMATION PORTO April 17 & 18

Venue: Hall 6 of Exponor, Porto International Fair.

Booth No. E02

This year, we will once again attend the Logistics&Automation trade show in Portugal. This event brings together Portuguese companies from the intralogistics and automation sectors.

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HISPACK BARCELONA May 7 & 10

Venue: Gran Via – Gran Via Venue, Halls 2 and 3

Hispack is a trade show for the packaging, processes, and logistics sectors, including industrial packaging, among others. This trade show seeks to innovate and have a positive impact on the industry.

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LOGISTICS&AUTOMATION MADRID November 27 & 28

Venue: Hall 7 at Feria de Madrid – IFEMA

This is the largest intralogistics fair in Spain, and this will be the third edition at which MIM Group will exhibit. Companies from other sectors, such as automation, will also be present.

More information

In the coming months, we will be updating the information, including booth numbers, invitations, and products you can find.
If you already have a project in mind or need maintenance, don’t wait any longer. Contact us so we can assist you with the improvements to your facilities.

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